PRINCETON — Two Princeton-based organizations are calling on men and boys throughout the area to take a stand, or rather to take a walk, to raise awareness of the problem of domestic violence and sexual assault against women and girls.

Princeton Tourism and the Freedom House domestic violence shelter have joined forces to co-sponsor a “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, Men’s March Against Violence” event on May 18 in Princeton. Registration is now open online at www.firstgiving.com by searching for Freedom House Illinois and choosing the “events” link.

In announcing the May 18 event, Princeton Tourism Director Joni Hunt talked about the importance of the upcoming walk.